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Towards Lotus Super 7 Series II

The Lotus Seven expanded from Mr. Colin Chapman&39;s sporting curiosity about the Austin Sevens, and was a direct development of the Lotus MK. VI. Early layout had simple human anatomy panels mounted on a sturdy space framework, bike kind fenders and small security from inclement weather. England, during the belated 1950&39;s, needed huge purchase taxation on all new vehicles. A factory built Seven would price 1,036 pounds. ($2900.00) which 346lbs (968.00) ended up being tax. Chapman made a decision to just take benefit of the tax guideline and provide a thorough kit which may be put together in a short time without any special tools. This suggested that a sports car enthusiast could get a tremendously powerful car for an expense of only 526lbs ($1472.00). Its an actual credit towards the developers that after a period of 25 years, the vehicle is still available in kit kind, and is nevertheless being built, driven, and cherished by sports car enthusiasts across the world. The Lotus Super Seven is driven by a Ford Cosworth 4 cylinder 1.3 liter engine using two twin throated Weber carburetors, which creates 83 BHP at 6,000 RPM. This engine transmits its energy through a four speed gearbox supplying a top rate, at 6,000 RPM, of just a little over 160kMh. Front suspension is an independent wishbone using helical coils and anti roll bar. Steering is a very tight rack and pinion system that is quite responsive. Brake system are regarding the drum type, simple, positive and effective. Back tires are attached to a rigid axle and damped by large coil springs.

The Lotus Super Seven is a real sports vehicle with few creature conveniences. In the event that you are looking for a smooth ride in luxurious comfort the Lotus Seven is not for you. If you are shopping for phenomenal performance, economical procedure and pure fun, then this vehicle can do that, and more. Used by car clubs for racing occasions, it's won over its share of honors, and certainly will continue to win even more. Light in fat sufficient reason for ample energy, plus the superb road handling it is undoubtedly the best kit kind car you could get.